LAKE WALES, Fla. (Sept. 7, 2022) – Florida National was unable to recapture the magic of its first victory against Warner this season, falling to the Royals 3-0 Wednesday. This marks the seventh loss of the season for the Conquistadors and the first win for Warner following five straight losses.

Set One FNU Notables (16-25)

• Warner jumped out to an early 7-3 lead to start the match
• Lina Valentino had two kills in the set
• A block by Royal'sTarriAnne Henry and Gwen Simpson claimed the set 16-25 for the Royals

Set Two FNU Notables (21-25)

• After a slow start, the Conquistadors fought their way back into the game trailing 9-10 about midway through the second set
• Three kills for Layla Cortez
• Two attack errors on FNU helped the Royals close out the set

Set Three FNU Notables (22-25)

• FNU came out hot with a 4-0 lead
• Royals came back strong evening the set 13-13
• Two kills from Miranda Manduley closed out the victory for Warner

Match Notables:

• Team-high eight kills for Layla Cortez
• Twelve digs for Juliana Santos
• Fifteen assists for Ivette Sandoval to go along with four digs in the contest

Up Next: FNU takes on Florida College and Webber International September 8. First serve against the Falcons will commence at 2 p.m.